Megan M. Adkins

Dr. Megan M. Adkins is Professor of Health and Physical Education and Interim Dean of Graduate Studies and Academic Innovation at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK), with additional affiliation at the Center for Teaching and Learning. Her leadership spans academic administration, educational technology, and faculty development initiatives across the institution.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Teacher Education and Instructional Technology (University of Nebraska–Lincoln)
• M.Ed. in Physical Education with emphasis in Special Populations (University of Nebraska at Kearney)
• B.S. in K-12 Health and Physical Education and Community Health (University of Nebraska–Lincoln)

Dr. Adkins' research demonstrates deep integration of emerging technologies with pedagogical innovation. Her work in XR technology and AI leadership directly informs practical applications in online education and STEM pedagogy. She pioneers micro-credentialing frameworks for workforce development while advancing faculty development through the Center for Teaching and Learning. This multidisciplinary approach bridges K-12 teaching experience with higher education innovation.

Prior to her 2008 transition to academia, Dr. Adkins served as a public-school teacher. Her current administrative role builds on extensive experience in graduate education systems and strategic implementation of academic technologies, including leadership in UNK's artificial intelligence initiatives and micro-credentialing programs.